The city of Marshall, Missouri is the county seat of Saline County. The city was created in 1839 when the area was chosen as the seat of government for the county. Jeremiah O'Dell contributed sixty-five acres for the new town. After the first two courthouses in Marshall were destroyed by fire, the current building was built in 1882, and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1977. During the American Civil War, Union troops were garrisoned in Marshall. In October of 1863, The Battle of Marshall pitted 1,800 troops under the command of General Egbert B. Brown against the attackers, under the command of Confederate Colonel Joseph O. Shelby and his 1,200 cavalrymen. The Union was able to turn back he Southern troops. In the 1920s and 1930s, the Nicholas-Beazley Airplane Company manufactures aircraft in Marshall, ending production in 1937, and a local museum highlights the historical role of this company, although the manufacturing facilities itself were dismantled in 2015. Missouri Valley College was founded in 1889, and affiliated with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church for a long while, although it is currently a private, four-year liberal arts college affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA). Marshall is east of Shackleford, southwest of Orearville, and northwest of Napton.
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Marshall is a small town in the central area of the state, between Kansas City and St. Louis. The official municipal web site features a profile and maps of the city, administrative and departmental contacts, and information about municipal services, ordinances, meeting schedules, and agendas.
http://www.marshall-mo.com/
Find check in/check out times, rates, reservation information and amenities for the Comfort Inn in Marshall. Learn about group and meeting venues and view the photo gallery.
http://www.comfortinn.com/hotel-marshall-missouri-MO127
Maintained by Marshall Tourism, the site offers a profile and promotional information highlighting the community's value as a tourist destination. A guide to local hotels and motels, restaurants, events and activities are put forward, and a free visitor's guide may be requested through the site.
http://www.visitmarshallmo.com/
The voluntary membership organization serves as an advocate and voice for businesses in Marshall, Missouri. Member benefits and policies are outlined, and a member directory is featured, along with a guide to the area, local events and activities.
http://www.marshallchamber.com/
Located on East North Street, the Marshall, Missouri flower shop offers a large selection of floral arrangements, live plants, seasonal items, gifts, and other products, which may be purchased from the store, by telephone, or online, for local delivery. Its deliver range and policies are described.
http://www.marshallfloralmo.net/
The Marshall, Missouri Parks and Recreation Department and Park Board offers a history of its city parks, directions to parks and recreational facilities, policy information, and hours of operation. Announcements are posted to the site.
http://www.marshallmoparks.com/
The MPD is the law enforcement arm of the city of Marshall, Missouri. Its organizational structure, divisions, programs, and contacts are discussed and news and information are published to the site.
http://www.marshallmopolice.com/
Serving the community since 1849, Marshall Public Schools operates Marshall High School, Bueker Middle School, Benton Elementary School, Southeast Elementary School, Eastwood Elementary School, Northwest Elementary School, Saline County Career Center, and an early childhood center and a K-12 alternative placement school. Its campuses are highlighted, along with a district calendar, public notices, and contacts.
http://www.marshallschools.com/
MVC is a four-year, private liberal arts college in Marshall, Missouri. Founded in 1889, the college is affiliated with the Presbyterian Church (USA) and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Policies and information for current and future students is put forward, and its degree programs, graduate studies, and extended campus are featured.
http://www.moval.edu/
Constructed in 1882, the county courthouse is located in the central square in Marshall, the county seat. Directions, office hours and contacts for county officers and facilities are put forward, along with a list of polling places, and public notices.
http://www.salinecountymo.org/
In business since 2007, the real estate office is located in Marshall, Missouri. Its agents are introduced, and office hours and contacts are posted, along with a guide to local schools, activities and events. Available properties may be searched on a variety of variables.
http://www.marshalltowerrealty.com/
